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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Theater, Museum, and Performing Arts Venue
South Bank, London
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"Got to do the groundling thing which is great fun, very interactive."(13 Tips)
"fantastic performance of macbeth."(8 Tips)
"Amazing reconstruction of the original Shakespeare's theater."(8 Tips)
"A fantastic production of Midsummer Night's Dream."(4 Tips)
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Time Out LondonFebruary 23, 2012The original Globe Theatre, where many of William Shakespeare's plays were first staged, burned to the ground in 1613. Nearly 400 years later, it was rebuilt not far from its original site. Read more
Fernando RevecoMay 29, 2017Went to ser Romeo and Juliet standing and it's really worth the effort of the two and a half hour on your feet! You are almost inside the play!
Lucie AidartJune 2, 2012£5 a ticket to stand! It would be a shame to miss this great opportunity to see the inside of this great institution and to go back in time with a Shakespearian play! Enjoy!
Seth AndersonSeptember 10, 2016Watching a performance of Macbeth was really fun in this setting. A lot of interaction with the audience.
SafiaSeptember 4, 2014Surprisingly a very good performance and organic. I went to see the Comedy of Errors. Bravo
Morgans Hotel Group ManagerMarch 28, 2012Originally built in the 16th Century, this playhouse was authentically reconstructed in 1997 right down to the 12 million wooden pegs to hold it together
Pam LinFebruary 27, 2018Shakespeare's Globe is the complex housing a reconstruction of the Globe Theatre. You can watch Plays at the theatre if you're a fan
Delfin English SchoolsJuly 15, 2014Original Shakespeare plays in a stunning location, which used to be partially owned by the bard himself. Keep an eye on our social programme for tickets to our next Shakespeare night!
Ivo SpigelJune 7, 2011A magnificent experience! Get tickets well in advance - if you're travelling to London, buy online at least a month ahead. Keep in mind - this is an *open air* theater: you might want to bring somethi
Bella LaOctober 29, 2016Nice building, cool history. Loved our tour guide! Exhibition is okay! No shows in winter.
Ryan WaggonerSeptember 2, 2017Skip the tour and get a £5 groundling ticket to one of the performances, better deal for the price. Can't miss for any fan of the theatre.
Sassi EleganteOctober 16, 2015The five pound standing room only tickets are a great deal, particularly if you are a student.
Martin TiedemannMay 20, 20126 July: Become a groundling. It is a truly magical way to watch a play, beneath the open sky. Those who survive are always proud of their achievement.
- Ann MarieAugust 16, 2012Great value. For a fiver I got to see Mark Rylance in Richard lll. Got to do the groundling thing which is great fun, very interactive.
Back-Roads TouringDecember 23, 2010It is worth paying a little more for a seat (£5 for a cushion) ratehr than standing for the longer productions. You can even enjoy a glass of wine in the theatre whilst you watch a play!
Rosa ThomasAugust 10, 2012Afterwards y not try lunch at bourough market! It's really cheap and u can find some amazing food, like gnochi and mussles!!
ChinoiseriesSeptember 22, 2017Much Ado About Nothing, Mexican-style. It was... interesting. Rent a pillow to sit on and dress warmly in autumn/winter.
SennaJune 21, 2015The smell of wood, unique architecture, traces of Sheakspeare.. Especially, King John was fascinating..- Nate NorrishFebruary 18, 2012Go on the tour, it's only £12.50. It's well worth it as they explain what it was like in London in the 1600s!
Caitlin SmithJuly 12, 2016Never seen a play here I haven't left raving about. Standing tickets are just £5 if you can hack the length. Well worth a visit if you're in London.
Nicola StewartDecember 21, 2014Get a standing ticket and stand at the back where you can lean on the wall
- Shaun @ TheTableCafeApril 3, 2012Doth myne eyes deceive me? Is it true that The Table is but moments away? Forsooth, my heart doth quicken, my tummy grumble! I shall away this instant. (We're just behind The Tate on Southwark St.)
National Maritime MuseumJuly 11, 2011The theatre’s distinctive curved oak timbers are sourced from the same Surrey forest that supplied the Navy’s medieval dockyards with oak frame supports for ship hulls. Find your maritime story. Read more
Victoria KinneySeptember 18, 2012You can visit the theatre as a part of the whole theatre tour and exhibition only in the first part of the day before they start performances.
Olga TsybulskaAugust 14, 2014If you really want to get there, you better buy tickets beforehand. The day before the play they can be sold out.
New York HabitatNovember 10, 2011To go, or not to go. That is not the question, you should! We recommend seeing Macbeth and standing in the yard for a more authentic experience!
Robert EMarch 11, 2018Lots of fun seeing Much Ado About Nothing which I read in high school. Warmer inside than expected with the lack of roof
John BoothJuly 13, 2015Fantastic productions of Shakespeare plays. Cheap as chips if you're willing to stand.
Joshua StainesNovember 11, 2010Amazing reconstructed original looking theatre, that always has showings of one of Shakespeare's numerous pieces of work performed by the Royal Shakespeare company. Book tickets in advance.
Derrick ChenJune 1, 2013Standing room tickets for just £5! Definitely worth it. Went and saw A Midsummer Night's Dream, absolutely brilliant!
mark palmerNovember 21, 2009Walk along the river bank including going over the wobbly bridge. Grab a coffee/lunch. Enjoy city view. Pre book & see Shakespeare in recreation of Globe. Pick sunny day (open air) only £5 in yard. Read more
If you're fit and healthy, the best seats are the cheapest; standing in the yard. Do it.
- Andy DayJuly 2, 2016A fantastic production of Midsummer Night's Dream. Get a seat on the back row if you want a back rest
Carl GriffinNovember 26, 2015Take or tour or buy cheap standing tickets for one of the performances.
HashtagNYUJune 16, 2015
Marlyn GuzmanNovember 5, 2010I recently saw a matinee performance at this great theatre, I really wanted to go to an evening performance as I thought the atmoshere would be better. I needn't have worried. The atmosphere was brill
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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
21 New Globe Walk (Bankside)
London
Greater London
SE1 9DT
United Kingdom
London
Greater London
SE1 9DT
United Kingdom
Shakespeare's Globe is a unique international resource dedicated to Shakespeare's work and the playhouse for which he wrote, through performances and education.
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